I had not heard of "War News Radio" until I reviewed this piece, and I must say that I am very impressed. This weekly half-hour magazine program is produced by students at Swarthmore College and distributed via the internet, but it sounds very professional and is certainly broadcast quality. The stated goal of the series is to produce news and features on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and "fill the gaps in the media's coverage by airing new perspectives, both personal and historical, in a balanced and in-depth manner". I think the program succeeds very well in fulfilling this goal, with a nice mix of music, interviews, a newscast, and well-delivered hosting by Elizabeth Threlkeld and Wren Elhai. Production values are high, and the program is well edited and moves along nicely. Is it balanced? Surprisingly so, in my opinion, or at least it plausibly strives to be. But I think that the most impressive aspect of this series is the fresh perspective it provides from a younger demographic. Frankly, it's a breath of fresh air, and one that public radio truly needs.